About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling defeated by a specific subject at school or feels like they are simply not as smart as their peers. It is an ideal choice for the student who struggles with traditional rote memorization or standardized learning and needs to see their own frustrations reflected in a safe, magical context. The story follows Genie, a girl who finds schoolwork nearly impossible, and Merlina, a young witch who is equally terrible at memorizing spells. By forming an unlikely partnership, Genie and Merlina discover that their perceived failures are actually just differences in how they process information. Through humor and gentle fantasy, the book addresses deep-seated feelings of academic shame and the anxiety of being called on in class. It serves as a comforting reminder for children aged 7 to 10 that everyone has a unique talent and that academic struggle does not define one's worth. Parents will appreciate how it validates the 'invisible' effort of a child who is trying their best but falling behind.
